Caroline and Robert were very welcoming and my cat was well provided for.

Cheryl,
Australia

Laid back environment, social staff, great round table breakfast with friendly communication from staff and others guests.
A natural environment with both domestic and wildlife.

Rick,
Australia

Caroline and Robert were amazing hosts. Breakfast was included which was crepes, eggs on toast, muesli etc lots of toast and jams. Everyone ate breakfast together so it was a great way to meet the other guests. Also the bonus of hand feeding the kookaburras as well as watching the feeding of native birds. Even had a kangaroo in the yard for an occasional visit. Loved this place and will be coming back.

Gary,
Australia

Perfect to escape to the country and unwind. Instead of the noise and chaos of the gold coast, i experienced the serenity and peacefulness of bird chirping, frogs and nature. Loved the big house with so much garden and even ducks outside.

Louisetylee,
Australia

Our hosts, Caroline & Robert, were very welcoming & helpful, and the French breakfasts and dinner were wonderful.

Peter,
Australia

A fantastic overnight stay in a comfortable homely atmosphere. Our hosts made sure our stay was an enjoyable experience. Quiet, tranquil surroundings but not too far away from tourist spots. Oh and the crepes and homemade jams were to die for!! We will be back

Lovely setting, very friendly people. Breakfast was great and pet friendly.

Helen,
Australia

Beautiful peaceful surrounds. lots of flora and fauna. Unobtrusive hosts .
Option of dinner and breakfast. Informal and pleasant.
If you want an escape from the city ..... 30 minutes away..... you will feel like you are 5 hours away. Blissfully quiet.

Riviera Bed & Breakfast
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9.2

Awesome

33 reviews

10

Free WiFi

What guests loved the most:

“Caroline and Robert were very welcoming and my cat was well provided for.”

Cheryl
Australia

“Laid back environment, social staff, great round table breakfast with friendly communication from staff and others guests.
A natural environment with both domestic and wildlife.”

Rick
Australia

“Caroline and Robert were amazing hosts. Breakfast was included which was crepes, eggs on toast, muesli etc lots of toast and jams. ”

Gary
Australia

“Perfect to escape to the country and unwind. Instead of the noise and chaos of the gold coast, i experienced the serenity and peacefulness of bird chirping, frogs and nature. ”

Louisetylee
Australia

“Our hosts, Caroline & Robert, were very welcoming & helpful, and the French breakfasts and dinner were wonderful.”

Riviera Bed And Breakfast is within 20 minutes’ drive of popular Gold Coast theme parks, including Dreamworld and Wet ‘n’ Wild Water World. Surfers Paradise is a 25-minute drive away.

Nerang Riviera B&B features French Provincial style decor with mosquito nets. All rooms feature either a shared veranda or a private balcony with garden views.

Facilities include a guest lounge with a shared kitchenette, which includes a microwave, refrigerator and tea and coffee making facilities. A laundry and ironing service is available for an additional charge.

The Riviera features French specialty breakfast on weekends, and continental breakfast on weekdays, served on the deck with views of the rainforest and exotic birds. French and Italian cuisine is available for dinner upon advance reservation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Gold Coast! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

Please note a private bathroom available for an additional charge of $10 per night. A private bathroom is subject to availability.
You can request a private bathroom in the Special Requests Box at the time of booking.

Room Facilities:

• Telephone

• Hairdryer

• Balcony

• Bathrobe

• Radio

• Desk

• Shared bathroom

• Sitting area

• Free toiletries

• Fan

• Toilet

• Patio

• Heating

• Shared toilet

• Carpeted

• Guest bathroom

• View

• Alarm clock

• Mosquito net

• Towels/Sheets (extra fee)

Free WiFi!

Parking:

Free!
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

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Riviera B&B (formerly Gilston Retreat) was built in 1837, then consisting of just 4 rooms, the current kitchen and dining room as well as 2 bedrooms.
In 1953 the rest of the house was built (upstairs only) with outhouse & laundry sink underneath

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What guests loved the most:

“Caroline and Robert were very welcoming and my cat was well provided for.”

CherylAustralia

“Laid back environment, social staff, great round table breakfast with friendly communication from staff and others guests.
A natural environment with both domestic and wildlife.”

RickAustralia

“Caroline and Robert were amazing hosts. Breakfast was included which was crepes, eggs on toast, muesli etc lots of toast and jams. Everyone ate breakfast together so it was a great way to meet the other guests. Also the bonus of hand feeding the kookaburras as well as watching the feeding of native birds. Even had a kangaroo in the yard for an occasional visit. Loved this place and will be coming back.”

GaryAustralia

“Perfect to escape to the country and unwind. Instead of the noise and chaos of the gold coast, i experienced the serenity and peacefulness of bird chirping, frogs and nature. Loved the big house with so much garden and even ducks outside.”

LouisetyleeAustralia

“Our hosts, Caroline & Robert, were very welcoming & helpful, and the French breakfasts and dinner were wonderful.”

PeterAustralia

“A fantastic overnight stay in a comfortable homely atmosphere. Our hosts made sure our stay was an enjoyable experience. Quiet, tranquil surroundings but not too far away from tourist spots. Oh and the crepes and homemade jams were to die for!! We will be back”

“Lovely setting, very friendly people. Breakfast was great and pet friendly.”

HelenAustralia

“Beautiful peaceful surrounds. lots of flora and fauna. Unobtrusive hosts .
Option of dinner and breakfast. Informal and pleasant.
If you want an escape from the city ..... 30 minutes away..... you will feel like you are 5 hours away. Blissfully quiet.”

Newest Reviews for Riviera Bed & Breakfast

Caroline and Robert were very welcoming and my cat was well provided for.

Stayed in May 2019

Reviewed: February 17, 2019

Dallas

Australia

8.8

Excellent

• Leisure trip

• Couple

• Mediterranean Double Room

• Stayed 1 night

• Submitted from a mobile device

Quite

Great service and people

Stayed in February 2019

Reviewed: January 2, 2019

Rick

Australia

8.8

Excellent

• Leisure trip

• Couple

• Monet Double Room

• Stayed 4 nights

• Submitted from a mobile device

We were satisfied with what the place offered alround.

Laid back environment, social staff, great round table breakfast with friendly communication from staff and others guests.
A natural environment with both domestic and wildlife.

Stayed in January 2019

Reviewed: January 1, 2019

Gary

Australia

10

“We had an amazing time and just loved the peace and quiet”

• Leisure trip

• Couple

• Provincial Double Room with Shared Bathroom

• Stayed 3 nights

• Submitted from a mobile device

Caroline and Robert were amazing hosts. Breakfast was included which was crepes, eggs on toast, muesli etc lots of toast and jams. Everyone ate breakfast together so it was a great way to meet the other guests. Also the bonus of hand feeding the kookaburras as well as watching the feeding of native birds. Even had a kangaroo in the yard for an occasional visit. Loved this place and will be coming back.

Stayed in December 2018

Reviewed: October 30, 2018

LouiseTylee

Australia

1 helpful vote

9.2

Awesome

• Solo traveler

• Parisian Double Room with Shared Bathroom

• Stayed 2 nights

• Submitted from a mobile device

Perfect to escape to the country and unwind. Instead of the noise and chaos of the gold coast, i experienced the serenity and peacefulness of bird chirping, frogs and nature. Loved the big house with so much garden and even ducks outside.

Stayed in October 2018

Reviewed: October 10, 2018

Alan

Australia

8.3

“An enjoyable relaxing time in the damp weather. Our hosts were lovely people.”

• Leisure trip

• Couple

• Monet Double Room

• Stayed 2 nights

The B&B was a bit isolated

The atmosphere and warm welcome by the owners.

Stayed in October 2018

Reviewed: October 9, 2018

Peter

Australia

9.6

“We highly recommend Riviera B&B”

• Leisure trip

• Family with young children

• 2 rooms

• Stayed 3 nights

Our hosts, Caroline & Robert, were very welcoming & helpful, and the French breakfasts and dinner were wonderful.

Stayed in October 2018

Reviewed: August 23, 2018

Wayne

Australia

10

“An experience to be enjoyed over and over again”

• Couple

• Provincial Double Room with Shared Bathroom

• Stayed 1 night

• Submitted from a mobile device

Nothing.

A fantastic overnight stay in a comfortable homely atmosphere. Our hosts made sure our stay was an enjoyable experience. Quiet, tranquil surroundings but not too far away from tourist spots. Oh and the crepes and homemade jams were to die for!! We will be back

The booking went through Booking.com and unfortunately it didn't advise of the extra $20 cleaning fee if you have a dog although it is advertised as dog friendly. Ring first to see if there is a room available.

The bed was very comfortable and the location is beautiful.

Stayed in August 2018

Reviewed: August 14, 2018

Helen

Australia

10

“Very pleasant and relaxing.”

• Leisure trip

• Solo traveler

• Parisian Double Room with Shared Bathroom

• Stayed 3 nights

• Submitted from a mobile device

Lovely setting, very friendly people. Breakfast was great and pet friendly.

Stayed in August 2018

Reviewed: July 6, 2018

Diane

Australia

7.9

“Greatly enjoyable, peaceful and quiet. Great place to recharge "the battery"”

• With a pet

• Leisure trip

• Solo traveler

• Monet Double Room

• Stayed 2 nights

No cats allowed.

Beautiful peaceful surrounds. lots of flora and fauna. Unobtrusive hosts .
Option of dinner and breakfast. Informal and pleasant.
If you want an escape from the city ..... 30 minutes away..... you will feel like you are 5 hours away. Blissfully quiet.

Stayed in July 2018

Reviewed: June 3, 2018

Barbara

New Zealand

7.5

“Friendly owners”

• Leisure trip

• Solo traveler

• Monet Double Room

• Stayed 5 nights

• Submitted from a mobile device

Nothing

Nice room

Stayed in June 2018

Reviewed: April 6, 2018

Jian

Australia

9.6

“Comfortable”

• With a pet

• Leisure trip

• Couple

• Monet Double Room

• Stayed 2 nights

• Submitted from a mobile device

French style breakfast and dinner are amazing.

Stayed in April 2018

Reviewed: March 25, 2018

Janet

Australia

10

Exceptional

• Leisure trip

• Couple

• Mediterranean Double Room

• Stayed 1 night

• Submitted from a mobile device

Bed was very comfy! Loved the owners... very friendly and accommodating

Stayed in March 2018

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